FDA announced on February 12, 2008, that PriCara, Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.has recalled all lots of 25 mcg DURAGESIC® (fentanyl transdermal system) patches sold by PriCara in the United States and all 25 mcg/hr fentanyl patches sold by Sandoz Inc.(See:Sandoz Fentanyl Patch Recall) in the United States are being voluntarily recalled. The recalled fentanyl patches all have expiration dates on or before December 2009, were manufactured by ALZA Corporation. The fentanyl patch recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) All 25 mcg/hr fentanyl patches manufactured by ALZA and sold in Canada also are being recalled. (More news about Duragesic Fentanyl Patch Recall)

NOTE: Remember, if you or a loved one is using a fentanyl patch and you experience ANY unusual symptoms or potential side effects of fentanyl or any other medications,then call a Doctor or Health Care Provider or 911 immediately. In a fentanyl overdose, speed of emergency medical help may be the difference in life & death to prevent a fentanyl overdose or fentanyl toxicity death. If in doubt, always call a Medical Professional.

Actavis Fentanyl Patch Recall

Actavis Inc., the United States manufacturing and marketing division of the international generic pharmaceutical company Actavis Group hf, today announced is proceeding with the voluntarily recall from wholesalers and pharmacies of all lots of Fentanyl transdermal system CII patches sold in the United States. This fentanyl patch recall includes Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 25 mcg/hr.,Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 50 mcg/hr, Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 75 mcg/hr and the largest fentanyl pain patch the Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 100 mcg/hr. (See:Actavis Fentanyl Patch Recall)

If you have lost a loved one from a fentanyl overdose, fentanyl intoxication or fentanyl toxicity then call us immediately. We understand the nature of this patch defect and the catastrophic and deadly consequences of an accidental Fentanyl Overdose and we are here ready to assist you. Call and talk to a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1988.

We understand product liability lawsuits and class action lawsuits and the dangerous side affects from a overdose of fentanyl (a potent Schedule II opioid medication) and help assist you and your family. All fentanyl lawsuits are handled on a Contingency Fee Basis. Call us if you have any questions about the fentanyl death claims and lawsuits or other questions about how these cases are handled and legal process of this type of litigation.

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